CR’s homeowners insurance buying guide will help you choose the best insurance by decoding jargon and answering key questions about coverage, claims, and costs.

Home warranty vs. home insurance. One covers normal wear and tear and the other liability and accidents. Here's what to know in 2026.

Homeowners insurance pays to repair or rebuild your home and replace its contents if they’re damaged by specific perils like fire, theft or weather events such as wind or lightning. What to know about ...

Is reading your homeowner's policy as clear as mud? Take comfort — you're not alone. About two in three homeowners (65%) said they “have no idea” what their home insurance covers, and 16% said they ...

When a storm, fire, or burst pipe rips through your home, the first instinct is to fix what you can see. Yet the outcome of your homeowners claim often hinges on what you secure before you ever hit ...

Understanding how plumbing conditions affect insurance coverage can help homeowners avoid costly cancellations.